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CTA → TSF
Which side of the plane to sit from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (Catania) to Treviso-Sant'Angelo Airport (Treviso)?
Right Side of the Plane
While both sides offer incredible Italian vistas, the Right Side is preferred for its superior view of the Strait of Messina upon departure and the iconic panorama of the Venetian Lagoon and Venice during the approach to Treviso.
Taormina Coastline
Stunning views of the 'Pearl of the Ionian Sea' and its ancient theater perched on the cliffs.
Strait of Messina
The narrow blue channel separating Sicily from the toe of the Italian mainland.
Gran Sasso Massif
The highest peaks of the Apennines in the Abruzzo region, often snow-capped in winter.
Adriatic Riviera
The endless sandy beaches of Rimini and Riccione visible as the plane crosses towards the Po Valley.
Venice & The Lagoon
An unparalleled view of the historic center of Venice, the Grand Canal, and the surrounding islands during landing.
The right side is essential for the arrival sequence; as the flight descends into Treviso, the plane typically passes east of Venice, offering a world-class view of the city's canals. For the best photography of the Strait of Messina and the Adriatic coast, afternoon flights provide the most dramatic lighting.
Mount Etna
Dominating the Sicilian landscape immediately after takeoff, providing a clear view of the smoking craters.
Aeolian Islands
The volcanic archipelago including the perfectly conical Stromboli often visible puffing smoke.
Gulf of Naples
A distant but majestic view of Mount Vesuvius and the dense urban landscape of Naples.
Rome & Tyrrhenian Coast
Aerial perspective of the Roman coastline and the mouth of the Tiber River.
Tuscan Apennines
The rugged green ridges of the northern Apennine mountains during the descent phase.
Sit on the left for the best chance to see volcanic activity from Etna and Stromboli shortly after departure. Choose a morning flight to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Tyrrhenian coastline and the rolling hills of Tuscany as you head north.
Distance: 940 km (584 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 34 min
Departure: CTA (37.466801, 15.0664)
Arrival: TSF (45.648399, 12.1944)
Route Type: Domestic
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